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BJ59 HJV

2009 Vauxhall Corsa

Black Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests26 (15 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate57.7%

Mileage

74,240 mi
Last recorded74,240 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Corsa59,147 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ59 HJV
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

15 pass 11 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 74,240 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2025 68,638 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jan 2025 68,638 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2024 61,430 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs pitted on inner edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

wipers slightly smeary

Fail 19 Jan 2024 61,427 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs pitted on inner edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

wipers slightly smeary

Pass 25 Jan 2023 55,524 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2023 55,523 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 51,222 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 48,048 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2021 48,041 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2020 45,672 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 44,751 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2019 44,751 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak flexi (8.2.1.1 (b))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 42,763 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 12 Oct 2018 42,763 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 19 Oct 2017 40,421 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracking and perishing

Fail 19 Oct 2017 40,421 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear tyre cracking and perishing

Pass 13 Oct 2016 37,821 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2016 37,821 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 33,590 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2015 33,590 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 28,111 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2014 28,111 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 17 Oct 2013 23,111 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 23,111 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 17,945 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine breather pipe split

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Corsa?

Based on 26,893,546 MOT tests across 2,075,660 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
5,229
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
2,075,660
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 835,831
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 597,639
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 535,815
constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing 493,740
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 422,813
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BJ59 HJV is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa in Black with a 1,364cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.7%.

Across all 2009 Vauxhall Corsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 59,147 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Corsa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 835,831 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJ59 HJV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Corsa typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 17 years old, this Vauxhall Corsa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BJ59 HJV registered?

BJ59 HJV is a 2009 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 25 November 2009.

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